Contract Manager

Port Houston•Houston, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Playing an integral role in driving and supporting our business goals and objectives for sustainable growth, this position assists Port Houston departments with vendor contracting issues and procuring cost-efficient goods and services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or related major in a public or accredited private academic institution required
5+ years of related experience in a similar role required
Knowledge of strategic procurement
Knowledge of and experience in providing counseling concerning the full range of laws, policies, directives, and practices applicable to public contracting and fiscal issues
Knowledgeable in applicable statutory requirements, and industry best practices
Knowledge of Business and Management Principles involved Strategic Planning, Resource Allocation, Leadership Techniques and Coordination of People and Resources
Excellent oral and written communicator with exceptional time management, organization, and follow-up skills
Customer service skills
Negotiation skills
Organization, time management, judgment, decision making, and critical thinking skills
Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to understand and interpret the technical concepts of solicitations, performance work statements, and contracts and the ability to communicate these concepts to key personnel in an articulate manner
Ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or Juris Doctorate preferred
Previous supervisory experience preferred
Certified Contract Manager preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of the procurement process; facilitate meetings, approve purchase orders, and process solicitation-change requests, addenda, and change orders
Manage execution of daily solicitation review and related documentation through the procurement life cycle
Review and expedite issuance of purchase orders (POs) and contracts for new orders
Assist key stakeholders both during the requirements analysis stage of a solicitation, bid process, and during contract administration
Create and write solicitation specifications for competitive bids and proposals
Utilize a complete understanding of fiscal controls, procurement law and best practices, and contract ethics
Ensure contract-related documents are accurate, error free, and protect the best interests of Port Houston
Construct, interpret, and enforcement of solicitation related documents and processes
Develop proposed ways to improve solicitation related documents
Maintain electronic and hard copies of all contract-related documents
Lead internal project activities, such as audits, updating process and procedures, and other special projects
Create procurement processes and policies
Participate and present procurement topics at external events
Provide ad hoc and customized reporting on the status of solicitations/contracts
Mitigate potential risk and liability to Port Houston
Supervise and manage all aspects of contract administration and small business administration functions including preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year end reporting
Oversee direct reports and provide guidance in accomplishing work objectives
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform related duties as required